Becoming a shipbroker

Shipbroking is a complex profession. Whilst there are no formal entry qualifications you will need to possess many skills and attributes just to be considered for an entry-level position.

Even gaining a basic knowledge of the shipping industry takes
time.

There are many aspects to the industry and you will need to do
some research to help you choose your career path. Your
research will also help you to appreciate the scale and depth of
the profession - and, after all, being able to gather information
is a hugely important part of being a broker. Gaining experience in
the shipping industry wherever you can will help your career
prospects and demonstrate your dedication.

Shipbroking is a demanding career and you will need to be
extremely dedicated to succeed. In addition to hard work and
commitment, you will need to have the right skills and personality
- at the end of the day as much as being about ships, ours is a
people business.

All of our successful brokers are recognised experts in
their field. They know how to develop individuals who have the
talent and determination to become our next generation of
shipbrokers.

Bob KnightCOO

Successful careers in shipbroking begin with skilled counsel and
guidance and our collective knowledge base is both wide and deep.
This is one of the reasons we are successful in our field and why
every year we look to hire talented individuals to become
entry-level shipbrokers.

To be considered for an entry-level shipbroking employment
opportunity you will need to be:

eligible under the Clarksons Trainee Broker Programme; or

able to demonstrate that you have received technical training
and relevant work experience in the shipping industry.

We only hire individuals who best demonstrate their commitment,
talent and passion to become a successful member of our team.